Explore the ancient and fascinating arts of vitreous enamels, copper and fire. The focus of this class will be on liquid enamels, sgraffito, vitreous enameling, copper form folding and copper etching. Each day, you’ll make a new project, with plenty of supplies and tools to use. All projects are instructor-led with demos, instructions and plenty of guidance to help you bring your artistic vision to life! Unleash your creativity, try something new or bring forth your next level of creative designs.

The class will include torch-fired copper enameling, copper etching, and copper fold forming. At the end of the week, you’ll have time to assemble your projects into art jewelry, giftable items, art for your windows or wall hangings. Julie will have extra items at class for purchase.  Please bring safety glasses plus an optional apron. Julie will contact students prior to class.

Torch fired glass has been with Julie Lukosaitis for over 24 years. It has taught her focus, given her happiness and failures, challenges and successes. Meticulously constructed, Julie uses the torch to melt the glass layer upon layer, reading the heat and applying ancient techniques and skills. She strives to capture beauty with-in her glass art. Glass art has unlocked a door for her. In 2014, Beadazzled By Julz, LLC was born out of the desire to teach the ancient art of glass bead making skills and art jewelry. She has since expanded to include glass blowing and enameling. What sets her apart as a creator and teacher is her 29 years of experience working in public education. Julie is grateful for the opportunities to foster creativity, make friends, and share my skills. Her charitable donations include “Beads Of Courage” for children going through medical treatments.

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